Morning Briefing: Top stories from The Straits Times on May 19, 2025

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askST: Covid-19 cases are increasing, what should I do to protect myself?

Seniors, and the immunocompromised should get an updated vaccine jab, say experts.

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Made-in-S’pore antibody test for multiple viruses now used globally

Its ability to measure neutralising antibodies can help determine the efficacy of new vaccines.

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Ex-US president Joe Biden diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer

He was diagnosed on May 16 after having experienced urinary symptoms.

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SDP launches petition to reform election system as part of new campaign

It lost in all four constituencies it was contesting in GE2025.

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Pre-sentencing therapy aids offenders with underlying issues

Programme of psychological support helps prevent first-time offenders from reoffending.

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Life After... a decade of cyanide fishing: Guardian of the reef looks back at his pivot from poison

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Gombal used to earn a living by casting cyanide into the sea, an illegal method of catching ornamental fish. Today, he is part of wider efforts to bring life back to a dying sea floor.

The aquarium trade is driving the collection of millions of live reef fish annually.

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Convergence of financial services presents opportunities for remisiers in S’pore

Remisiers have the benefit of their years of experience in the markets and the human touch.

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McTourists or millionaire visitors, Hong Kong needs them all

Reviving tourism requires accepting, not shunning, budget-conscious travellers, notes Magdalene Fung.

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‘You are so special to me’: Lady Gaga returns in spectacular fashion, with S’pore flag in tow

The American pop star played a sold-out set at the National Stadium last night.

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Lion City Sailors denied as Sharjah FC clinch AFC Champions League Two title

They were bidding to become the first Singapore club to win a continental title but lost 2-1.

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